National School Counseling Week is designed to put a spotlight on the unique contributions and incredible impact school counselors make each day with their students.
We've compiled resources and activities to help celebrate and support School Counselors during this week and show them the appreciation they deserve!
For School Counselors.
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1) Celebrate School Counselors:
A Bulletin Board Toolkit
This free resource includes pre-designed printable cards, positive affirmations, and engaging prompts to recognize the crucial work of school counselors during National School Counseling Week. Perfect for staff and students to learn, appreciate, and celebrate together! Here’s an overview of the vital ways school counselors support students, ideal for a National School Counseling Week bulletin board.
2) Student and School Counselor Engagement Strategies
Looking for meaningful strategies to help create a more engaged school and culture? Check out these Student and Staff strategies that are ready to implement right now!
3) 3 FREE Tools in Addressing Student Behavior, Bullying, and Mental Health
Student Behavior Checklist
Explore your needs and become more proficient and consistent in promoting student behavior success and preventing behaviors that are barriers to learning.
Within this checklist you'll find:
- Tools to promote student behavior success- Ways to prevent behaviors that are barriers to learning
- An outline of behaviors that impact self, others, or the learning environment
- LoHi practices that proactively help improve teaching and relational interactions
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Proactive Checklist to Prevent Bullying
Proactive practices are strategies taken in advance to prevent negative experiences. They focus on anticipating and addressing potential issues before they arise, rather than reacting afterward.
Temperature Checks
Spend 5 minutes doing this simple activity in order to have a pulse on how your students are doing coming back from a long break. Download and check out our Temperature Checks below and click here to learn how this simple tool helped an educator connect relationally with his students.
For Students, Staff and Admin.
1) Mad Libs of Gratitude
Get students involved with showing their appreciation for your School Counselor by downloading and filling out our Mad Libs of Gratitude template for National School Counseling Week 2025! Available in English and Spanish!
2) 5 Ways to Ensure your School Counselor Feels Supported
School Counselors are essential to fostering student success, mental health, and well-being, often balancing numerous responsibilities. This guide offers actionable ideas to ensure they feel valued and appreciated year-round, not just during National School Counseling Week.
3) Understanding the Evolving Role of School Counselors: A Guide for Principals and Administrators
School counselors play a vital and multifaceted role in today’s educational environment, balancing responsibilities that support students’ mental health, academic success, and career readiness. As the needs of students and school communities evolve, counselors are increasingly positioned as key contributors to a positive school culture and climate.
